Highly Specialist S&L Therapist/Deputy Team Manager

Highly Specialist S&L Therapist/Deputy Team Manager

• Company website link – https://www.westlondon.nhs.uk

• Company name – West London NHS Trust

• Location – Southall, United Kingdom

• Company Office local Address – Trust Headquarters, Southall Centre, The Green, Southall UB2 4AP, United Kingdom

• Contect info – +44 (0)20 8354 2100

• email address – info@westlondon.nhs.uk

• Country – United Kingdom

• Job Average Salary rate – £40,000 – £50,000 yearly

• Currency – GBP

Job description

A highly specialist speech and language therapist is needed to provide leadership and ensure that we achieve top quality physical health outcomes across our inpatient mental health units.

We provide care to a wide variety of patients with speech, language, communication and dysphagia needs, such as ABI, Stroke, Dementia and trauma and work closely with our colleagues on the team and the wards.

We are a multidisciplinary satellite service providing physical healthcare across a number of sites for adult and older adult populations with an acute mental illness, including Dietitians and Physiotherapists as well as the ward staff (including nurses, occupational therapists, doctors, art/drama therapists, psychologists, psychiatrists etc.).

You will be supported in your role by the Team Manager, whom you will also deputise for alongside the other Band 7 Clinicians. There is an expectation that you will want to clinically develop and contribute to research, audit and CPD both for yourself and the team.

Physical Health Allied Health Professions (AHP) Team works within mental health hospitals with patients who present with an acute mental health crisis. Patients who have been sectioned under the Mental Health Act are admitted to mental health hospitals for a period of assessment and treatment of their mental health diagnosis. During their admission the AHP Team are able to offer support with their physical health concerns.
• To provide S< Service (assessment and management) to a designated caseload of the mental health inpatient population of West London NHS Trust. This will include Acute Mental Health Services and Older People’s Mental Health Services.
• To be based at trust HQ and cover the in-patient wards of Ealing, Hammersmith & Fulham, Hounslow and Southall as per designated caseload.
• To contribute to the development of the service and the provision of multi-professional training within the Trust.

To support others by providing clinical leadership, day to day supervision, clinical advice and clinical supervision as appropriate.

West London NHS Trust is one of the most diverse healthcare providers in the UK, delivering a range of mental health and physical healthcare and community services. The Trust runs Broadmoor Hospital, one of three high secure hospitals in the country, with an international reputation.

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Job Summary

The Highly Specialist Speech & Language Therapist/Deputy Team Manager leads clinical services and supports team management. Responsibilities include delivering advanced therapeutic interventions, mentoring staff, overseeing service development, and ensuring high-quality patient care across community and inpatient services.

About Us

West London NHS Trust provides mental health, community, and specialist services across diverse populations. We focus on patient-centered care, innovation, and clinical excellence. Our multidisciplinary teams integrate research and professional development, enabling improved health outcomes and fostering supportive partnerships with local communities and healthcare providers.

Culture and Work Environment

We cultivate an environment of collaboration, inclusivity, and continuous learning. Staff benefit from strong team support, shared decision-making, and opportunities to develop leadership and clinical skills. Reflective practice and professional development are central to achieving quality care outcomes.

Why Work With Us

We offer opportunities to advance in specialist clinical practice while shaping service delivery. Staff gain mentorship, access to training, and experience leading multidisciplinary teams, contributing meaningfully to patient care and community health improvements.

Key Responsibilities (short summary)

• Deliver specialist speech and language therapy interventions.

• Lead, mentor, and support clinical staff.

• Oversee service quality, audits, and performance.

• Contribute to service development and policy implementation.

Benefits & Perks

• NHS pension scheme

• Structured leadership and professional development

• Flexible working arrangements

• Generous annual leave entitlement

• Employee well-being programs

Location Insights

Based in Southall, staff benefit from excellent transport links, access to diverse communities, and opportunities to work within a leading mental health and specialist NHS Trust.

Job Core Details Detail Information Job Title Highly Specialist S&L Therapist/Deputy Team Manager Company West London NHS Trust Location Southall, United Kingdom Salary £40,000 – £50,000 yearly Employment Type Full-time Industry Healthcare / NHS Disclaimer

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